Codependency Therapists in Burnaby, BC

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Serena Slatten
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3J
Additionally, I guide clients through navigating other conflicts that life presents, from toxic relationships to codependency to suicidal ideation.
Whatever has brought you here - the weariness of depression, the struggle of addiction, the heaviness of anxiety, the uncertainty of life in its entirety - I welcome you. Whether you have experienced a trauma, are going through a life transition, or just need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement or scorn, my passion and goal as a clinician is to hold the space for you, walk with you through the darkness, guide you to peace and well-being, and help you to live a life you love.
Additionally, I guide clients through navigating other conflicts that life presents, from toxic relationships to codependency to suicidal ideation.
Whatever has brought you here - the weariness of depression, the struggle of addiction, the heaviness of anxiety, the uncertainty of life in its entirety - I welcome you. Whether you have experienced a trauma, are going through a life transition, or just need someone to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement or scorn, my passion and goal as a clinician is to hold the space for you, walk with you through the darkness, guide you to peace and well-being, and help you to live a life you love.
(604) 332-1873 View (604) 332-1873
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Jennifer Schwientek
RPC-C
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5E
Visualize breaking free from codependency, where you prioritize your own needs while maintaining meaningful, balanced relationships.
You might feel trapped in a cycle of emotional exhaustion. Trusting others may seem impossible after past hurts, leaving you yearning for connection yet keeping people at a distance. If codependency has taken over, you might be so focused on others that your own needs have been forgotten, draining your energy and sense of self. And perhaps the fear of aging brings a constant anxiety about what lies ahead. These struggles are real, and it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. But imagine waking up each day feeling truly secure in your relationships, confident in your identity, and hopeful about the future.
Visualize breaking free from codependency, where you prioritize your own needs while maintaining meaningful, balanced relationships.
You might feel trapped in a cycle of emotional exhaustion. Trusting others may seem impossible after past hurts, leaving you yearning for connection yet keeping people at a distance. If codependency has taken over, you might be so focused on others that your own needs have been forgotten, draining your energy and sense of self. And perhaps the fear of aging brings a constant anxiety about what lies ahead. These struggles are real, and it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. But imagine waking up each day feeling truly secure in your relationships, confident in your identity, and hopeful about the future.
(902) 813-7870 View (902) 813-7870
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Karalee Ratzlaff
Counsellor, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3J
I specialize in addressing relationship issues, codependency and boundary setting, family conflict, and parenting concerns. Along with these specializations, I regularly work with clients managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and acute stress. I focus on identifying the roots of unhelpful patterns and behaviours from your unique personal history to find healing, personal growth, and to help you make sustainable changes in your life.
I specialize in addressing relationship issues, codependency and boundary setting, family conflict, and parenting concerns. Along with these specializations, I regularly work with clients managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and acute stress. I focus on identifying the roots of unhelpful patterns and behaviours from your unique personal history to find healing, personal growth, and to help you make sustainable changes in your life.
(778) 860-6763 View (778) 860-6763
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Stephanie Gilson
Counsellor, RTC , CCTP
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5A
Are you struggling with self-esteem, codependency, setting healthy boundaries, body shame, general anxiety, sexpressing (sexual expression), medical trauma, bullying, and or toxic relationships. Together we can work through these challenges getting you unstuck from the cycle that you feel in. I can help you find your voice, learn to listen to your body and emotions, what your boundaries look like, and help you to create healthier relationships, finding calmness and joy. Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.
Are you struggling with self-esteem, codependency, setting healthy boundaries, body shame, general anxiety, sexpressing (sexual expression), medical trauma, bullying, and or toxic relationships. Together we can work through these challenges getting you unstuck from the cycle that you feel in. I can help you find your voice, learn to listen to your body and emotions, what your boundaries look like, and help you to create healthier relationships, finding calmness and joy. Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.
(778) 767-0960 View (778) 767-0960
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Samantha Robinson
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3J
My areas of specialization include: complex trauma, abuse (emotional, psychological, verbal, physical, spiritual), domestic violence, codependency, anxiety, panic, chronic pain, mood dysregulation, depression, self-harm, suicidality, anger, irritability, eating disorders, shame, body acceptance, grief, addictive behaviors, boundaries and personal growth.
Living through traumatic experiences can be debilitating, leaving us with the feeling of being stuck, isolated, and helpless. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my role is to empower individuals to take a proactive role in their healing process, regain control and heal from the inside-out. I hold specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy - providing flexibility to pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques to effectively support each individual client in meeting their unique therapy needs.
My areas of specialization include: complex trauma, abuse (emotional, psychological, verbal, physical, spiritual), domestic violence, codependency, anxiety, panic, chronic pain, mood dysregulation, depression, self-harm, suicidality, anger, irritability, eating disorders, shame, body acceptance, grief, addictive behaviors, boundaries and personal growth.
Living through traumatic experiences can be debilitating, leaving us with the feeling of being stuck, isolated, and helpless. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, my role is to empower individuals to take a proactive role in their healing process, regain control and heal from the inside-out. I hold specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy - providing flexibility to pull from a variety of therapeutic techniques to effectively support each individual client in meeting their unique therapy needs.
(604) 265-5844 View (604) 265-5844
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David Yates
Registered Professional Counselor - Candidate, RPC-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3J
I've worked with a wide range of clients, from youth to adults, and am comfortable with people from all walks of life. Men in particular seem to be attracted to me, and we can certainly delve into men's issues. I'm comfortable in the realm of relationships, attachment theory, and childhood trauma. I'm familiar with codependency, addiction, and the recovery process. I'm quite well-versed in nervous system education, and can support emotional regulation, stress reduction, updating negative thought patterns, overcoming creative blocks, and striking a more harmonious work-life balance. If you relate to any of these, let's talk!
I've worked with a wide range of clients, from youth to adults, and am comfortable with people from all walks of life. Men in particular seem to be attracted to me, and we can certainly delve into men's issues. I'm comfortable in the realm of relationships, attachment theory, and childhood trauma. I'm familiar with codependency, addiction, and the recovery process. I'm quite well-versed in nervous system education, and can support emotional regulation, stress reduction, updating negative thought patterns, overcoming creative blocks, and striking a more harmonious work-life balance. If you relate to any of these, let's talk!
(579) 600-0905 View (579) 600-0905
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Gloria Lee
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5C
Does this sound like you and your relationship? You fight in circles about the same (petty) things and don’t know how to make it better. Minor disagreements can erupt into full-blown arguments. You walk on eggshells to avoid conflicts. You don’t feel the same connection and closeness to your partner. You wonder if this is it…or if there is hope for your relationship. If you are feeling tired, hopeless, and exasperated, you’re in the right place. I help couples stop vicious cycles of fights and start communicating in a healthy and effective way, so both partners feel heard and understood; restoring trust and connection in your bond.
Does this sound like you and your relationship? You fight in circles about the same (petty) things and don’t know how to make it better. Minor disagreements can erupt into full-blown arguments. You walk on eggshells to avoid conflicts. You don’t feel the same connection and closeness to your partner. You wonder if this is it…or if there is hope for your relationship. If you are feeling tired, hopeless, and exasperated, you’re in the right place. I help couples stop vicious cycles of fights and start communicating in a healthy and effective way, so both partners feel heard and understood; restoring trust and connection in your bond.
(236) 239-1377 View (236) 239-1377
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Saima Shah
Counsellor, MBA, CHT, RTC, ACTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5H
My clients are incredible people who have gone through a major life transition (trauma, loss, career change, breakup, migration, health diagnosis and/or narcissistic abuse) and value professional support to navigate it all. There may be concerns around career/family and how to show up for life while feeling anxious, burnt out or struggling to keep it together. Clients see me for self-esteem, perfectionism, sleep issues, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, sports performance, cultural oppression, workplace alienation and complex childhood trauma. Im a member of both ACCT and ACTA. I see BIPOC and other clients in BC and Alberta.
My clients are incredible people who have gone through a major life transition (trauma, loss, career change, breakup, migration, health diagnosis and/or narcissistic abuse) and value professional support to navigate it all. There may be concerns around career/family and how to show up for life while feeling anxious, burnt out or struggling to keep it together. Clients see me for self-esteem, perfectionism, sleep issues, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, sports performance, cultural oppression, workplace alienation and complex childhood trauma. Im a member of both ACCT and ACTA. I see BIPOC and other clients in BC and Alberta.
(587) 805-0360 View (587) 805-0360
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Carli du Toit
Counsellor, MCP, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5E  (Online Only)
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (20642) in good standing with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and hold a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology. I am also a Canadian Clinical Counsellor (11246707) in good standing with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. My most recent clinical experience includes offering individual therapy to adults and university students experiencing a variety of challenges, including mood dysregulation, developmental & relational trauma, major life transitions, relationship challenges, stress management, and identity development.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (20642) in good standing with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors and hold a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology. I am also a Canadian Clinical Counsellor (11246707) in good standing with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. My most recent clinical experience includes offering individual therapy to adults and university students experiencing a variety of challenges, including mood dysregulation, developmental & relational trauma, major life transitions, relationship challenges, stress management, and identity development.
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Patricia Jennifer Streloff
RTC, ACCT, CACCF
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5G
I am a Professional Transpersonal Counsellor and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with memberships from CACCF and ACCT. I also taught Personal Development for many years. I am also a Certified Care Giver. I offer private, family and group counselling services.
I am a Professional Transpersonal Counsellor and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor with memberships from CACCF and ACCT. I also taught Personal Development for many years. I am also a Certified Care Giver. I offer private, family and group counselling services.
(855) 635-1997 View (855) 635-1997
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We Evolve / Sinem Akin
Counsellor, BA, RTC
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V3J
There is always space for self-improvement and growth. It is not always easy to reach out and open your heart and your life to someone. You might be going through tough times, and you might not be able to talk about it with anyone. Depression can take us to dark places and sometimes we might need a bit of a guidance and tools to be able to deal with it and understand it. There might be difficult life transitions that you can come across and you might want your life and your relationships to move to a better place.
There is always space for self-improvement and growth. It is not always easy to reach out and open your heart and your life to someone. You might be going through tough times, and you might not be able to talk about it with anyone. Depression can take us to dark places and sometimes we might need a bit of a guidance and tools to be able to deal with it and understand it. There might be difficult life transitions that you can come across and you might want your life and your relationships to move to a better place.
(343) 453-2866 View (343) 453-2866
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Patricia Pike Certified Interventionist - Addiction Counsellor
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, LAADC, ICAADC, ICADC, CIP, NAID
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5R
Patricia Pike is the CEO and founder of Interventions Canada. As a Certified Intervention Professional, Addiction Specialist, and Educator, she is committed to raising the standard of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With over 25 years of experience in behavioral health, her expertise lies in alcoholism, substance abuse, addiction disorders, and complex mental health issues. She has led numerous successful interventions globally and holds citizenship in both the United States and Canada. Her commitment to this field is deeply personal, having been in long-term recovery herself.
Patricia Pike is the CEO and founder of Interventions Canada. As a Certified Intervention Professional, Addiction Specialist, and Educator, she is committed to raising the standard of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With over 25 years of experience in behavioral health, her expertise lies in alcoholism, substance abuse, addiction disorders, and complex mental health issues. She has led numerous successful interventions globally and holds citizenship in both the United States and Canada. Her commitment to this field is deeply personal, having been in long-term recovery herself.
(343) 321-2218 View (343) 321-2218
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Melanie Johannson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5A
Life is often filled with struggles and crisis that can be overwhelming. Counselling with me is a careful and respectful exploration of your challenges and an opportunity to develop your own personal resources.I am a Registered Social Worker and a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I have worked as a therapist and group facilitator since 1988 dealing with issues such as trauma, relationship distress/violence, depression and anxiety, family/parenting challenges, work place issues, and grief/transitions.
Life is often filled with struggles and crisis that can be overwhelming. Counselling with me is a careful and respectful exploration of your challenges and an opportunity to develop your own personal resources.I am a Registered Social Worker and a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I have worked as a therapist and group facilitator since 1988 dealing with issues such as trauma, relationship distress/violence, depression and anxiety, family/parenting challenges, work place issues, and grief/transitions.
(604) 359-1086 View (604) 359-1086
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Jane Wyllychuk
Counsellor, M Ed , RCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5H  (Online Only)
My ideal clients are people adults who present as high-functioning but experience inner struggles like anxiety, overwhelm, or a sense of being stuck. They are seeking clarity, emotional relief, and tools to realign their lives with their authentic selves. I also work with couples facing communication breakdowns, intimacy issues, or life transitions, helping them reconnect and strengthen their bond. Whether it's personal growth or relationship healing, our goal is to empower you to lead a more fulfilling, balanced life.
My ideal clients are people adults who present as high-functioning but experience inner struggles like anxiety, overwhelm, or a sense of being stuck. They are seeking clarity, emotional relief, and tools to realign their lives with their authentic selves. I also work with couples facing communication breakdowns, intimacy issues, or life transitions, helping them reconnect and strengthen their bond. Whether it's personal growth or relationship healing, our goal is to empower you to lead a more fulfilling, balanced life.
(902) 702-3562 View (902) 702-3562
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Embracing Change Counselling
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5H
Human beings, on the whole, are extraordinarily complex. I believe that we each carry within us depths that we do not necessarily draw on in our day-to-day movements, be it by choice, or by a certain unawareness – when what is needed to access our full capacities has not yet been discovered. When feeling stuck, it can be important to be reminded of our resilience and our capacity to change, to flow in the midst of flux.
Human beings, on the whole, are extraordinarily complex. I believe that we each carry within us depths that we do not necessarily draw on in our day-to-day movements, be it by choice, or by a certain unawareness – when what is needed to access our full capacities has not yet been discovered. When feeling stuck, it can be important to be reminded of our resilience and our capacity to change, to flow in the midst of flux.
(581) 333-5267 View (581) 333-5267
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Fern (Student Counsellor)
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5H
If you're someone who struggles to ask for help; who's been taught to be 'strong' by bottling everything up, I want to acknowledge your courage in looking within. Whenever you're ready to give yourself permission to not "have it all together", I'll be here to listen. Let's unpack what's no longer serving you and explore a new way of being.
If you're someone who struggles to ask for help; who's been taught to be 'strong' by bottling everything up, I want to acknowledge your courage in looking within. Whenever you're ready to give yourself permission to not "have it all together", I'll be here to listen. Let's unpack what's no longer serving you and explore a new way of being.
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Sandra L MacDonald
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5C
I am a good listener who will encourage you to reflect on what works for you, and which strategies you have tried in the past that have both worked well, or were unsuccessful. I will challenge you in good ways while delivering unconditional acceptance of your preferences and coping strategies. I will encourage you to grow, adapt, and face life’s challenges, losses, and life transitions and to move through losses while maintaining or learning healthy ways to grow. I have experience with a vast range of clients from ages 4-76 years and multicultural backgrounds. I am ethical, experienced, confidential, and trustworthy.
I am a good listener who will encourage you to reflect on what works for you, and which strategies you have tried in the past that have both worked well, or were unsuccessful. I will challenge you in good ways while delivering unconditional acceptance of your preferences and coping strategies. I will encourage you to grow, adapt, and face life’s challenges, losses, and life transitions and to move through losses while maintaining or learning healthy ways to grow. I have experience with a vast range of clients from ages 4-76 years and multicultural backgrounds. I am ethical, experienced, confidential, and trustworthy.
(604) 245-8174 View (604) 245-8174
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Florence Ling
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5H
* Helping clients understand their difficulties and inner world. * Discovery of their inherent strengths so as to encourage the development of healthy behaviors. * New understandings of themselves and connectedness to others. * Insight into personal history, family dynamics and cultural influences to help them live fully and find joy in their every day life. * New ways of improving relationships, coping with life’s emotional experiences, and solving challenging problems.
* Helping clients understand their difficulties and inner world. * Discovery of their inherent strengths so as to encourage the development of healthy behaviors. * New understandings of themselves and connectedness to others. * Insight into personal history, family dynamics and cultural influences to help them live fully and find joy in their every day life. * New ways of improving relationships, coping with life’s emotional experiences, and solving challenging problems.
(604) 800-6247 View (604) 800-6247
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Robert Hall
Counsellor, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5C
My name is Robert, I work inclusively with people from all walks of life, all genders, sexual orientations, cultures and spiritual backgrounds. I have experience working within post-secondary and private practice settings. This has provided me the opportunity and privilege of working with a diverse range of people of all ages on challenges such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, perfectionism, stress, suicidal ideation, trauma, family and relationship difficulties, and life direction concerns.
My name is Robert, I work inclusively with people from all walks of life, all genders, sexual orientations, cultures and spiritual backgrounds. I have experience working within post-secondary and private practice settings. This has provided me the opportunity and privilege of working with a diverse range of people of all ages on challenges such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, perfectionism, stress, suicidal ideation, trauma, family and relationship difficulties, and life direction concerns.
(778) 814-3731 View (778) 814-3731
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Nicole Lam
Counsellor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3N
Hi there! I'm Nicole and my counselling approach is centred around attachment theory, family of origin, EMDR, LENS Neurofeedback, emotion regulation, solution-focused strategies, somatic and internal family systems (IFS) interventions to support self discovery. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them uncover opportunities for inner growth & healing. I specialize in relationship anxiety, family issues, advocacy, grief & loss, conflict resolution, break ups, communication, life transitions, setting boundaries, self esteem/confidence/identity. I believe in empathy matched with concrete strategies to move forward.
Hi there! I'm Nicole and my counselling approach is centred around attachment theory, family of origin, EMDR, LENS Neurofeedback, emotion regulation, solution-focused strategies, somatic and internal family systems (IFS) interventions to support self discovery. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them uncover opportunities for inner growth & healing. I specialize in relationship anxiety, family issues, advocacy, grief & loss, conflict resolution, break ups, communication, life transitions, setting boundaries, self esteem/confidence/identity. I believe in empathy matched with concrete strategies to move forward.
(365) 601-6782 View (365) 601-6782
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Codependency Counsellors

What therapy types help with codependency problems?

Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?

Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?

Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?

One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.